Join our peer support network for directors
We’re excited to present this free, bi-monthly group for directors at any stage of their career. If you’re looking for an open and relaxed space to learn new directing techniques, get support from peers and share ideas, this is for you. At The Rep we are building a community of empowered directors in the West Midlands and we want you to be a part of it!
During these sessions, you will meet other directors to talk about topics affecting your area of practice, read scripts, discuss theatre shows and delve into directing approaches, theory and exercises. We will also give you a discounted ticket to see a show at The Rep after every session.
Led by The Rep’s in-house Associate Director Madeleine Kludje (GrimeBoy, City of a Thousand Trades) and featuring guest workshop leaders across the year, Directors Link Up offers a great place to connect and reflect.
For any questions or queries, please email with the subject line ‘Directors Link Up’. If you need subsistence to be able to attend, please e-mail and we will be able to discuss options.
We want to make this group as accessible as possible and encourage directors with lived experience of D/deafness, disability or neurodiversity to sign up.
Calling all writers from the West Midlands! Would you like professional support and feedback on your script from directors at The Rep?
We're choosing 5 scripts every month to read, and then our directors and talent development team will present you with constructive and helpful feedback to continue developing your work. We'll also signpost key opportunities so you can further hone your craft.
We'll need you to send us a short synopsis of your script, along with an application form, which will be downloadable from The Rep's webpage during set submission windows.
Submissions will open on a month by month basis. Late submissions will not be accepted and you will need to reapply when the following month's submission window opens. We will let you know if you have been chosen.
We welcome scripts from writers working alone, as well as teams and companies. There will only be 5 spaces available per month.
Are you 16-29 years old or a full time student? Enjoy live music? Interested in discounted tickets? Become an Under 30s member for free, and enjoy performances across Opera North, the Howard Assembly Room and Kirklees Concert Season!
Why should I join?
- Invitations to U30 event nights and exclusive members events, where you'll meet others who love live music
- Get £10 tickets to Opera North's Operas. In Leeds if you're aged 16-20 your tickets to the opera are free
- £4 tickets for the Kirklees Concert Season
- £10 tickets to selected events in the Howard Assembly Room – if standard tickets are £10 or less, you'll save £3 off the price*
- Bring a friend who's in the same age bracket for any of our events, and they'll get the deal too
- Enjoy exclusive food and drink offers at selected bars and restaurants
*Some events have a slightly different set up, but head to the seating plan to discover your discounts.
If you're feeling stuck with your career and want to take positive action, you've come to the right person. Sessions can be booked online via my website, and I offer a free 1-2-1 20-minute Discovery Zoom Call and further Zoom sessions at a discounted rate (please mention #Getintotheatre when booking your Discovery call).
Me? I'm a registered professional career coach with 20 years of entertainment industry and mentoring experience. I've also been a talent manager for over 10 years as the managing director of Reflections Talent Agency. As part of the talent agency, I have also been a casting director for companies; before that, I was a working actor!
Menier Chocolate Factory is proud to announce their new supporter tier for under 25s.
For only £20 per year upon proof of age, under 25s will unlock exclusive benefits and discounts for Menier productions.
Perks will include:
- Opportunity to purchase £25 tickets for any Menier production (subject to availability)
- Advance notifications of forthcoming productions and events
- Half price programmes for Menier productions
Menier Chocolate Factory has step-free access available at the venue with the capacity for one non-transferable wheelchair per performance.
All access info can be found here: https://www.menierchocolatefactory.com/access-info/
We aim to deliver a mentoring programme to a select number of participants to allow for deeper conversation, support and unique opportunities.
Mentoring programme aims:
- Improve access, education and progression opportunities for the next generation of black theatre talent.
- Provide young people with insight into theatre and the breadth of career opportunities available within the industry.
- Age specific guidance in three groups: 12-15 years, 16-18 years and 19-21 years, with mentors to provide ongoing support for young people to navigate their education and/or career.
Content explored:
- Black British Theatre history
- Contemporary jazz workshop
- Acting through song masterclass
- Lighting & sound workshop
- Costume & set design workshop
- Industry panel Q&A
BYO Hub is British Youth Opera's digital portal, which offers online learning, exclusive career events and easy applications to BYO's face-to-face programmes.
The next generation of singers, directors, designers, stage managers and music staff grew up online and so that's where we are too.
Theatre Royal is a vibrant 200-year-old theatre located in the beautiful Suffolk town of Bury St Edmunds. Come and join us for a unique tour as head back in time to discover the trials and triumphs of the last remaining working Regency playhouse in the country.
Led by our enthusiastic team of Tour Guides, you'll travel around the theatre, taking in the building and all of its history, from front of house to behind the scenes. Step on up and into the spotlight where the likes of Ian McKellan CBE, Dame Judi Dench DBE, Sir Peter Hall CBE and many more have gone before you. You'll even get to tread the boards yourself!
To attend a tour, you must book in advance.
Tours are approx. 1 hour 30 minutes
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide accessible friendly tours due to the design of the theatre. Along with navigating around the building on foot, there are 83 steps included in the tour that cannot be avoided.
In addition to our Priority Access Membership we are proud to introduce our membership for people between the ages of 16 - 25 completely free of charge.
The 16 - 25 Membership grants access to free tickets* on selected performances.
*Please Note: tickets are limited, so booking early is a must!
Please note, proof of age will be required before benefits are unlocked for 16-25 Priority Access Membership.
OV Backstage offers paid placements on an Old Vic production to six 18–25 year olds from underrepresented backgrounds in the arts.
Participants shadow an industry professional across 15 paid sessions and get hands-on experience in one of the following disciplines:
- Costume
- Production Management
- Set
- Sound
- Stage Management
The project culminates with a networking session to help participants take the next steps in their careers.
Each participant will receive a fee for taking part in the programme. Additional support for travel costs is available if required.
